Jak’s fundraising efforts in the weeks leading up to his death inspired those who knew him, as well as those who didn’t, and led ultimately to the creation of the Team Jak Foundation.

And despite their grief, his loved ones remain determined to continue his powerful legacy through the charity established in his name, which has already raised £165,000.

His mother Allison Barr, 45, revealed that she would lay a wreath of red roses on his grave and reflect quietly upon his life. She added: “I would say it [the anniversary] has been harder than I expected. In some ways, it’s almost as raw as it was when he died.

“It is difficult to focus. Obviously it is going to be a tough time but we will do our very best to dwell upon the positives.

“We want to move forward with the charity and with Jak’s dreams and to help other families in the same situation in his name.”